Quote by Anthony Trollope

In these days a man is nobody unless his biography is kept so far posted up that it may be ready for the national breakfast-table on the morning after his demise.

In these days a man is nobody unless his biography is kept s

Summary

This quote suggests that in modern times, a person's worth or significance is often determined by the amount of information and personal details shared about them publicly. It highlights society's obsession with documenting and publicizing individuals' lives, to the extent that even after their death, their biographies are eagerly shared and discussed. It implies that one's reputation and legacy are heavily influenced by how well-known and extensively their story is spread and consumed by the public.

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By Anthony Trollope

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